The Seventy-First Falcons had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They blew past Purnell Swett, posting a 57-21 win at home. The victory was just what Seventy-First needed coming off of a 65-32 loss in their prior match.
It was another big night for Mariyah Massey, who scored 18 points along with five steals. She is on a roll when it comes to points, as she's now scored 18 or more in the last three games she's played. Teliaah Vinson was another key contributor, scoring six points along with six steals.
When it comes to explaining why Purnell Swett lost on Friday, one person who can't be blamed is Niyah Locklear. Despite the final result, she almost dropped a double-double on 15 points and nine rebounds.
Seventy-First's victory bumped their record up to 10-11. As for Purnell Swett, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost eight of their last nine matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-17 record this season.
Seventy-First will be playing at home against Lumberton at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Seventy-First is strutting with some offensive muscle, as they've averaged 51.4 points per game this season. As for Purnell Swett, they will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against Douglas Byrd at 6:00 p.m. Purnell Swett is on a seven-game streak of home losses, Douglas Byrd an eight-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change.
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